I appeal to the collective wisdom for your valuable input...
... moving along (too slowly) in my resto project, I'm looking at the
various clutches used in the TR4: the original style (9", I believe)
which I currently have in the car, and the later TR4A diaphragm type
(8.5") which the competition prep manual recommends as an upgrade. Is it
worth it? Also, of the latter there are two manufacturers commonly
available: Laycock and Borg & Beck. The Laycock is somewhat more
expensive.
Any preferences out there? I would appreciate any feedback, good or bad,
on any of the 3 possibilities (or others), in theTR4 or other models.
When completed, this car should be 150 to 160 hp, 4.1:1 or 4.3:1 rear
end. It will see some "vintage" track time, but mostly for fun on the
twisty, windy 2 lane backroads in the N. Calif. sunshine, and an
occasional commute when there are no rain clouds within 1000 miles.
In advance, thanx!
Alan Myers
San Jose, Calif.
'62 TR4 #CT17602
(I restore it every 25 years, whether it needs it or not)
p.s. Spotted an AC Cobra or excellent replica rumbling around S. end of
S.J. over the weekend. White w/a pair of foot wide red racing stripes
front to rear. Very serious fun looking toy! Wiped the drool of my chin
and went home quietly in my minivan.
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MZ
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